Bad Seed

There is no such thing as a bad seed, there is only such thing as a crooked flower. For we all start off as something good, but it is those who are poorly water and hidden in the shade that grow up a bit wilted.

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I believe this poem is very true and full of meaning. We start off good, but some of us take the wrong path and end up growing a bit crooked in the shade. But we always have to remember to reach for the sun. I love reading your work :)